Mayor Allows Street Food in Montreal After a 66-year Ban

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Montreal’s Mayor, Michael Applebaum, made an announcement on Tuesday declaring that Montrealers will once again, after almost a 66 years ban, be able to buy food from the street this summer at several sites downtown. Applebaum stood between a Grumman 78 taco truck and a sausage van of Nomade SO6), when he alleged that it is time for Montreal to join the ranks of great cities worldwide that allow sale of street food.

Applebaum stated that “I am certain that this first pilot project of having street restaurants in Montreal will reflect our image and our joy of life.” It was explained that the downtown Ville Marie borough will announce 10 different sites permitted for food trucks and carts until June 20. Additionally, it was revealed to be eligible for acquiring a licence, and to circumvent unfair competition with tax- and rent-paying restaurant owners, vendors must have a registered restaurant or catering business in Montreal. A committee will tasked to determine which sites and what type of food can be served.

Applebaum promised that the food will reflect the city’s international reputation as a gastronomic capital. He further elucidated that even a poutine truck will be allowed, in case the committee considered it was selling high-quality poutines. Furthermore, food trucks will be obligated to circulate between the various sites to make sure that variety is served for downtown tourists and office workers. Selling food on the city streets was banned back in 1947 due to hygiene concerns.